Thunda - Yamkeshwar, Pauri Garhwal
Thunda is a village situated in the Yamkeshwar tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Yamkeshwar and around 175 km from Pauri. Udda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thunda is 048711. The village covers a total geographical area of 411 hectares and falls under the 246127 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Thunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thunda
According to the 2011 Census, Thunda village had a total population of 201 people, including 83 males and 118 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,422 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.97%, with male literacy at 98.68% and female literacy at 71.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 201 | 83 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 40 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 75 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 8 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Thunda
Thunda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Thunda
Thunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rishikesh to Thunda is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Thunda is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thunda
Where is Thunda located?
Thunda village is located in Yamkeshwar Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Thunda is Udda.
What is the pincode of Thunda?
The pincode of Thunda is 246127.
What is the population of Thunda?
Thunda had a total population of 201, including 83 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Thunda?
Thunda had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thunda was 82.97%. Male literacy was 98.68% and female literacy was 71.70%.